PISCES(February 19 - March 20)Now is a lucky time for making connections. Join clubs or partake in social events when you have the opportunity to meet new and interesting people. This will yield some networking possibilities for you. Siblings and relatives may need or offer help on the domestic front. Be careful to avoid loss or theft of valuables. The spotlight in on security today, both emotional and financial security. Practice self-care and resolve conflicts. Avoid risky monetary decisions. Engaging in sensible planning for the future will put you at ease and make you feel secure. Evaluate your income and spending, and seek balance in life. Remain goal oriented.

CANCER(June 21 - July 22)An important purchase or deal demands your attention. Solicit advice from close companions. Communicate effective and you will fare well in legal decisions. It's not just about being better. It's about being different. You need to give people a reason to choose you. You are looking to get plans approved and set achievements in motion. You are eager to take the lead. Discontent with your situation in life may come to the forefront. Recognition and material success feel increasingly important. Reach out to others for assistance if needed.

TAURUS(April 20 - May 20)A chance to travel, perhaps abroad, will afford you opportunities to expand your mind and display your creativity. Your love of learning may lead you to a pursuit in higher ed. Look to a mentor, maybe a father or grandfather, who was wisdom to offer you right now. Diplomatic relations with lead you to good fortune. You may feel a heightened sensitivity right now and a need to get in touch with yourself. Time spent alone can be productive, allowing you to take stock of your own talents and abilities. Don't let your heart lead your brain unreasonably. Prioritize what needs to be accomplished and find out the best way to do so.

LEO(July 23 - August 22)You have a lot of worries on your mind, perhaps concerning work as well as family. Continue to work hard and your efforts will set you apart from the competition you find yourself in. Embarking on some new training will also assist you in your work. Avoid being drawn into unnecessary disputes. Stay the course and you will fare well. Freedom on all levels is the focus. You feel a need to spread out and grow, intellectually as well as spiritually. New experiences and dreams are all favored. Plan a trip or take a small risk. You're feeling restless so explore a new point of view on your life.

LIBRA(September 23 - October 22)You may be facing disruptions to your current plans. Address the matters in front of you, whether it's a relationship in trouble or a renovation or needed repair. A long term purchase or investment may need to be weighed right now. Make time to consider the matter in depth. Personal relationships will engross you today. You require emotional contact. You may be anxious about partnerships, contracts or business transactions. Your charisma and dedication will impress others. Your openness is the key to your success. Now's a good time to try and get friends to open up to you.

SAGITTARIUS(November 22 - December 21)Family are ready to celebrate your professional successes. Share a meal to toast a promotion or raise. Enjoy the windfall of cash perhaps treating yourself to an item you've been eyeing but don't overdo it. And continue to be attentive to those in need. Some distress may befall loved ones or neighbors. You feel expressive and even outrageous today, surging with confidence. You need to be heard, seen and noticed. You feel a desire to exhibit your personal flair. An invitation to see a movie or play may arrive. Enjoy life to the fullest, within reason of course.

SCORPIO(October 23 - November 21)Siblings play a critical role in your life right now, perhaps joining you in leisure activities or help with repairs or renovations at home. Effective communication is the order of the day. Networking effectively will lead to opportunities in the future. Call, email, text or write to family and friends and be a good listener. Put off making important decision about work and career changes, as you may be feeling indecisive today. Work on ideas that have been on your mind. New connections will improve your efficiency and money management. Always remember that dreams and ideas never yield a penny until you work hard to accomplish them.

CAPRICORN(December 22 - January 19)The promise of travel excites you right now. Be sure to start your journey well prepared as complications may be unavoidable. Studying something new, perhaps taking a class in higher ed, will bolster your sense of self-worth. A father figure may be significant as you try to evaluate your own strengths and limitations. Your thoughts turn inwards and toward household affairs today. You need more personal space than usual, looking for security and comfort. The past is on your mind, especially memories of safety and peace. Think about building a safe and permanent foundation for the future. Long term planning always helps.

ARIES(March 21 - April 19)You have been putting in a lot of effort at work recently and finally your hard work is rewarded. Enjoy the recognition and rewards that are offered to you. It makes a nice break from your worries of recent days. Relish the newfound glory of your success. You are eager for a fresh start. Use this momentum to change some personal habits or refresh your appearance. Enjoy today's inspiring mood to make reasonable changes to your routine and outlook. Time to show the world your true self and have fun doing it!

VIRGO(August 23 - September 22)Make time for leisure or romance today. You may feel drawn to the new and unknown, perhaps spiritual or ritual ones. Follow your instincts but don't ignore reason, especially when it comes to taking chances. Connect with an elder, maybe a grandfather, is on your mind. You are now seeking new experiences and intense bonds. Emotional commitments are important to you as you search for meaning. Money and material comforts demand your attention. Finances and romance are in the spotlight. While something in your life may be ending, try and approach this objectively and focus on what you already have.

GEMINI(May 21 - June 20)A recent setback is causing you stress. An inheritance or some unexpected cash may be headed your way. It may help out with a repair or renovation needed at home. Avoid keeping secrets from family. Sharing your worries will give you peace of mind. You may feel pulled to join a group or organization right now in order to network. You are in touch with the moods of those around you and could even be adversely impacted by them. Your sense of belonging (or lack thereof) may propel you to catch up with old friends and family.

AQUARIUS(January 20 - February 18)Being alone feels right at the moment. There is an issue, maybe a health or mysterious one, that you want to research. Consults doctors and elders for their wisdom. Record your dreams and see what your subconscious yields. Avoid casual flings. Keeping up with your schedule may prove challenging today. Exchange ideas with others, especially siblings and neighbors. Expect sudden calls or emails. Deepen a connection with a woman who's close to you. It's a good time to start thinking about your future, especially in terms of a relationship.

Sigil Crafting 101

The first step to being to create a sigil is to understand what you are creating.

The Google definition of a sigil is " an inscribed or painted symbol considered to have magical power. " This is actually a decent definition, although it is somewhat lacking. A more apt definition would describe sigils as a drawing created with magical intent or a symbol that has been created to represent an intent . In a way, they are written or drawn spells.

Creating The Sigil

There are actually a bunch of different ways to create sigils. Even so, there is a more 'traditional' way to create them. And by traditional, I really mean it's tried, true, and most common.

What you'll need for this process is

a writing utensil,

a piece (or a few) of paper,

and a lighter/match/fire.

Start by writing out your intention as clearly and concisely as possible. Stay in the present tense and don't use negatives. " I am " statements are the easiest. For example, " I am happy. " is a good one. " I will not be sad. " is a bad one because it uses future tense and negatives.

Future tense is considered bad practice in sigil making because it is ambigous. " I will be happy " could mean " I will be happy in two minutes " or it could mean " I will be happy in one-hundred years. " Negatives are considered bad practice by some because of the belief that the subconsious skips over negatives. " I am not sad " then turns into " I am sad. " The last thing to avoid in your intention statement is " I want. " This is because it skews your intention into wanting something, rather than getting something. " I want to be happy " turns into always wanting happiness, but not achieving it.

The next step is crossing out all of the vowels and repeated letters. You are trying to turn your intent into a symbol. Striking out the vowels make your intention look less like words and more like symbols. You won't be using repeated letters, so strike them out as well to make things look less messy.

" I am happy. " becomes " MHP " (Whether you consider 'y' a vowel is up to you. I usually do.)

Now you have a line of letters that don't look like much. Making a symbol from these is fairly easy. Put all of the letters together however you'd like. It will probably look very messy at this stage, but that's okay. Just make sure that all the letters are connected. Now, keep redrawing your "symbol," adding and retracting things however you see fit. Add things, take things away, change things, over and over again. Get lost in it, you should find it becomes kinda meditative. Do this until you are left with a symbol you are pleased with. Now you have a sigil! Yay!

Now it's time for charging and casting. You have your sigil. (I would suggest redrawing it on another piece of paper and ripping or cutting away any excess paper) To charge it, you fill it with the intent it was made for. Meditating on it is a popular one, but be creative, there are other ways to go about it. Once you've charged it, it's time to cast. The most common way to do this is to burn the sigil. There are other ways to go about it though, such as burying it, ripping it up, letting it disolve in water, meditating intensly on it, etc.

Other Methods for Sigils

Sigil practice isn't one that is set in stone. One of the most common variations used in creating sigils is the type of alphabet used. I personally created my own alphapet for sigil crafting. Popular ones are theban, runic, and greek alphabets, but some people even use fictional alphabets such as circular gallifreyan.

Some people use letter grids in order to create their sigils. This makes the drawing process easier, and also gives the sigils a very unique look. I have found that it doesn't work as well with more letters. You have to keep the intent statement pretty short in order for them to not look messy. Some people don't even use letters for sigils. Instead, they simply draw something that symbolizes their intent without going through the same process with the letters.

It is important to make sigils in a way that speaks to you. For instance, if you want to use the vowels in your sigil making because you feel like it will represent your intent better, then do it. If you want to make your own alphabet or connect to a fictional alphabet, use it. If the best way to cast your sigil is by drawing it on your window, then do it. If you want to charge your sigil by putting a toy on it that you think represents your intent, go for it.

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